With a paradigm shift being felt across university athletic legal defenses amid alleged NCAA infractions, several prominent law firms collectively collected approximately $10 million over recent years for their legal services. The list of beneficiaries includes Pillsbury, Hogan Lovells, Husch Blackwell, and Bond, Schoeneck & King who were enlisted to defend University of Kansas basketball and football programs.
Topeka Capital-Journal reports that Pillsbury partner William Sullivan, Jr. billed the state school with over $775,500, at as much as $1,000 per hour.
A noteworthy lateral move in the scene is Paul Feldberg’s switch from Jenner & Block to Brown Rudnick in London. Feldberg has been appointed to head the firm’s UK white collar defence, investigations and compliance practice. This follows a recent move of senior lateral hires into Brown Rudnick’s London office, including the addition of Steven Tyrrell from Weil Gotshal. More information about this can be found in the Global Legal Post.
Shifting gears to internal promotions, Stradley Ronon has announced Michael O’Mara as its new managing partner, effective from January 11. O’Mara previously helmed the firm’s 70-lawyer litigation department. More details are provided by Stradley Ronon.
On a lighter note, Charles Noonan, a former Gibson Dunn associate, is participating in “Australian Survivor: Titans v. Rebels”. Noonan is currently a special counsel at Australia’s Maurice Blackburn. More information about his thrilling adventure can be found on Survivor Wiki.
In summary, the legal landscape continues to be dynamic with high-profile law firms working on noteworthy cases and individuals making significant career moves. More such updates, including several other lateral moves and promotions, can be found on Bloomberg Law’s Wake Up Call report.